Cute brick bungalow on the west edge of Beaverdale and updated throughout. Some of the terrific features are newer roof, front deck, rear patio, shed, driveway, water heater, basement windows, gutters, with leaf guard, washer/dryer and dishwasher. Additionally, the basement has been waterproofed and has a new sump pump system and is painted and could be finished for further expansion. This is a home that you can move right in and not worry about anything. Also, NFC funds can be used to build a garage.
Great price well below assessed value on this cute 2 bedroom all brick bungalow. Carpet and paint will go a long way here! Nice sized yard with room for a garage! Home inspection is for buyers knowledge only. Water will not be turned on during this time. Purchaser should utilize alternative means to determin plumbing condition such as an air pressure test.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$3,732 (+12.5%)
$43,100 + $146,600
$189,700
2023
$3,316 (+0.8%)
$43,100 + $146,600
$189,700
2022
$3,290 (+2.0%)
$37,500 + $103,200
$140,700
2021
$3,226 (−3.8%)
$37,500 + $103,200
$140,700
2020
$3,352 (+7.6%)
$37,500 + $103,200
$140,700
2019
$3,114 (+1.0%)
$34,200 + $95,100
$129,300
2018
$3,084 (+39.8%)
$34,200 + $95,100
$129,300
2017
$2,206 (+0.6%)
$30,100 + $85,800
$115,900
2016
$2,192 (−6.8%)
$26,900 + $66,400
$93,300
2013
$2,352
$26,700 + $67,800
$94,500
Tax history for 2520 Merle Hay Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$3,732 (+12.5%)
$43,100 + $146,600
$189,700
2023
$3,316 (+0.8%)
$43,100 + $146,600
$189,700
2022
$3,290 (+2.0%)
$37,500 + $103,200
$140,700
2021
$3,226 (−3.8%)
$37,500 + $103,200
$140,700
2020
$3,352 (+7.6%)
$37,500 + $103,200
$140,700
2019
$3,114 (+1.0%)
$34,200 + $95,100
$129,300
2018
$3,084 (+39.8%)
$34,200 + $95,100
$129,300
2017
$2,206 (+0.6%)
$30,100 + $85,800
$115,900
2016
$2,192 (−6.8%)
$26,900 + $66,400
$93,300
2013
$2,352
$26,700 + $67,800
$94,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,575 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
998
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10042525479032
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
May 6, 2022 • Final
Building (residential) - garage/shed
Electrical
New construction
Jul 15, 2016 • Final
Tidemark import - bld
Addition
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Unfinished
Interior Features
Flooring: Laminate
Other Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Brick
Exterior Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.2
Lot Size Acres: 0.2
Lot Size Dimensions: 62X139
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: R1-60
Property Information
Foundation Details: Block
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,370
Tax Year: 2016
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 998
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,575 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10042525479032
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
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Schools
Hillis Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
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Meredith Middle School
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5/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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$200,000 – $242,000
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